Myra A. Blottner

Myra A. Blottner, age 90, was born in Albuquerque, NM on December 31, 1935, and passed away peacefully on October 8, 2026. Myra attended the original Albuquerque High School and then attended University of New Mexico where she received her BA and master’s degrees in teaching. She married Dr. Fredrick G. Blottner in 1957 and to their union they were blessed with two children, Laura and Cheryl.

Myra was known for her love of teaching the profoundly gifted and 5th graders in Albuquerque Public Schools teaching at multiple locations across the city. She was also a very dedicated Docent at the Albuquerque Museum working with the younger children teaching about the culture and art of Land of Enchantment. With love of music and perfect pitch she taught piano lessons and was part of many musical productions at Popejoy. Myra was a dedicated Sister of PEO Chapter AM. After retirement Myra earned her Master Gardner classification with expertise with roses which she cherished.

Myra was a dedicated mother and loved her family. Being the matriarch of the Blottner family. She kept everyone in communication with each other to make sure the family stayed close. She was known for love of good food and when called upon, her quick-witted sense of humor would arise. Myra also had a love for driving fast when out on the open road.

While married, Myra was able to travel all over the world visiting many countries and cultures. Her one big wish was to travel to Australia but, she was never able to fulfill that dream.

Myra was a “Chalice Bearer” and member of St. John’s Episcopal Cathedral in Albuquerque.

Myra is survived by her daughters Laura (Hudson) and Cheryl (Robert), Nephew Mark, Neice Mary and a Foreign Exchange Student daughter Annakatin of Germany.

Myra was proceeded in death by her parents John and Hazel Manton, husband Dr. Frederick G. Blottner, Brother-in-Law and Sister-in-Law William and Nan Blottner, and nephew Paul Blottner.

A celebration of Myra’s extraordinary life will be celebrated in the early spring of 2027 in Albuquerque, NM.

In leu of flowers a memorial contribution can be made to the new Albuquerque Museum Education Center to help build Phase I. Please call 505-677-8500 or visit their website at www.abqmf.org.